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Im new here. Have a question on astral projection vs lucid dreaming? I've always been an extremely vivid dreamer, and recently have gained the ability to control my dreams (on certain terms). Im very interested in astral projection, have tried while awake unsuccessful, but have had different experiences while in semi sleep state, of what could be astral projection? but am unsure. I can only get to this state in the afternoon, early to mid state sleep, I can lift my spiritual arms/legs out of my body, or as it seems because Im still fully aware that my bodied arms/legs are still at rest. I start to lift myself out of my body but then the experience frightens me back. It feels incredibly real and afterwad it is always very difficult to pull myself fully awake on my own. It is strange to me because in my waking state of meditation and astral attempt I am not afraid...any thoughts? Can one astral project during sleep?